Abu Dhabi to Riyadh (AUH–RUH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
AUH–RUH is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Etihad Airways, Garuda Indonesia and Saudia lead the route. The flight covers 500 miles in approximately 2h 5m. Beyond nonstop, 49 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EY Etihad Airways | 40 | 320, 32A, 32Q, 77X | 2h05-2h45 | – | – | – |
| GA Garuda Indonesia | 7 | 32Q | 2h45 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| SV Saudia | 7 | 320 | 2h10 | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Riyadh from Abu Dhabi
| Metric | AUH→RUH | DXB→RUH | SHJ→RUH |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from AUH | – | 72 mi | 82 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 7 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 54 | 121 | 14 |
| Flight time | 2h 5m | 2h | 2h 40m |
Travel Essentials
AUH: +04 · RUH: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Abu Dhabi, it's 5:00 PM in Riyadh.
UAE passport holders enter Saudi Arabia visa-free for up to 90 days. As GCC nationals, Emiratis enjoy freedom of movement across Gulf Cooperation Council states. A valid passport is the only requirement for entry.
AUH–RUH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from AUH to RUH
Zayed International Airport (AUH) and King Khalid International Airport (RUH) are connected by nonstop service from Etihad Airways, Garuda Indonesia and Saudia. With 54 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
AUH to RUH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from AUH to RUH ranges from 2 hours 5 minutes to 2 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 500 miles (805 km). There are approximately 54 weekly flights outbound and 48 return, totaling 102 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
49 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via DAM. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dubai (DXB) and Sharjah (SHJ).